This quick and easy Orange-Glazed Ham dish brings a burst of citrusy sweetness to your table with minimal effort. Perfect for a light weeknight dinner or a simple lunch, it combines tender chunks of fully cooked ham with crisp celery stalks and juicy mandarin orange sections. The sauce, thickened with cornstarch and hinted with cinnamon, creates a glossy, flavorful coating that clings beautifully to the meat. It’s a comforting, home-style meal that feels special without requiring hours in the kitchen. Serve it over hot steamed rice for a complete, satisfying plate that balances savory pork with bright fruit notes. Ideal for busy evenings when you want something delicious yet straightforward to prepare.
Orange-Glazed Ham
Description
This quick and easy Orange-Glazed Ham dish brings a burst of citrusy sweetness to your table with minimal effort. Perfect for a light weeknight dinner or a simple lunch, it combines tender chunks of fully cooked ham with crisp celery stalks and juicy mandarin orange sections. The sauce, thickened with cornstarch and hinted with cinnamon, creates a glossy, flavorful coating that clings beautifully to the meat. It&# 226;ÂÂs a comforting, home-style meal that feels special without requiring hours in the kitchen. Serve it over hot steamed rice for a complete, satisfying plate that balances savory pork with bright fruit notes. Ideal for busy evenings when you want something delicious yet straightforward to prepare.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the cubed ham and celery chunks in a 1 1/2-quart microwave-safe casserole dish. Add 1 tablespoon of water. Cover and microwave on high for 3 to 4 minutes, or until heated through.
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Drain the mandarin orange sections, reserving 1/3 cup of the liquid. If using oranges without pineapple, you may add diced pineapple or omit it.
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In a small measuring cup, whisk together the cornstarch, cinnamon, and ground ginger. Stir this mixture into the reserved orange liquid until smooth.
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Microwave the sauce mixture uncovered on high for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until thickened and bubbly.
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Drain any excess liquid from the ham and celery mixture. Stir the thickened orange sauce into the ham and celery.
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Gently fold in the drained orange sections. Microwave uncovered on high for about 1 1/2 minutes, or until heated through.
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Serve immediately over hot cooked rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 353.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5.8g9%
- Saturated Fat 1.8g9%
- Cholesterol 72.0mg24%
- Sodium 1977.0mg83%
- Total Carbohydrate 36.1g13%
- Dietary Fiber 7.4g30%
- Sugars 27.1g
- Protein 40.3g81%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
If your mandarin oranges do not contain pineapple, you can add 1/2 cup of diced canned pineapple for extra sweetness and texture, or leave it out for a purer orange flavor.
For a deeper flavor, you can add a dash of soy sauce or a splash of orange juice to the reserved liquid before thickening.
This dish is best served immediately while the glaze is warm and glossy. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat gently in the microwave with a splash of water to restore moisture.
